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Events Calendar - 2025

Find a multitude of fun events and great things to do, including weekend events, throughout the year, like music, festivals, comedy, outdoor fun, boat cruises, excursions for families and kids, food, wine and beer tastings.

Check out the listings of year-round Fairs & Festivals throughout New England. Also be sure to read our list of Great Things To Do in New England. Whether you're curious about what to this weekend, this month, or this season, we have you covered.

For events specifically related to the anniversary of the American Revolution, please visit our MA250 Events Calendar.

Find the dates you plan to travel or simply search the full events list below.

Arts & Crafts Shows Children & Families Comedy Music
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Arts & Crafts Shows

Running With Scissors Art Studios Holiday Sale

Dec 12, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025 Running With Scissors Art Studios, 250 Anderson Street Portland, ME 04101

Explore one of Portland’s most vibrant creative hubs during the RWS Annual Holiday Sale! Wander through the 16,000-square-foot maker space in East Bayside and discover unique pieces crafted by more than 40 local artists working across a wide range of mediums.

Shop everything from ornaments, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, paintings, photography, and small handmade gifts to larger works of fine art and craft. Enjoy delicious offerings from Vina Ann’s, Vagabond Coffee, and other local vendors as you browse.

This festive, community-centered event is free and open to all, with both on- and off-street parking available.

📅 Dates & Hours:
• Fri, Dec 12: 4–8 PM
• Sat, Dec 13: 10 AM–5 PM
• Sun, Dec 14: 12–5 PM

Learn more at rwsartstudios.com or follow @rwsartstudios on Instagram.
4 - 8 PM, 10 AM - 5 PM, 12 - 5 PM
Free
207-376-5536

Children & Families

CLEAR HORIZON

Dec 14, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025 30 Holbrook Rd Freeport, ME 04032

Celebrate the holiday season with Horizon Voices, under the direction of Maria Belva. This youth choral program, featuring ensembles from grades 2–12, presents Clear Horizon, a beautifully crafted concert of seasonal songs and choral repertoire, including works by Victor Johnson, Allan Naplan, Ellen Foncannon, Jan Harmon, John Rutter, and Pinkzebra.

Advance purchase is recommended, as these concerts often sell out.
3:00-4:15pm
Adults: $10adv, $15 door Under 18: $5adv, $8 door | Under 2: Free

Chris Funk’s Redefining Wonder

Dec 31, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 100 Alumni Boulevard Sanford, ME 04073

Experience magic and music like never before with Chris Funk’s Redefining Wonder! This high-energy, multimedia performance blends live instruments—violin, guitar, and saxophone—with jaw-dropping illusions, creating a show that’s as much a concert as it is a magic spectacle.

From appearances on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Hell’s Kitchen, and Masters of Illusion, Chris Funk has captivated audiences worldwide with his mind-bending illusions and musical mastery. Live-feed cameras, interactive video, and onstage surprises make this a dynamic, family-friendly experience.
7 PM
$29-$52
207-324-4050

Comedy

Next Stop Comedy at Sacred Profane! - Biddeford, ME

Nov 21, 2025 - Jan 23, 2026 Sacred Profane Brewery and Tankpub, 50 Washington Street Biddeford, ME 04005

Laugh out loud with Next Stop Comedy, bringing top comedians and fresh lineups to intimate local venues! Perfect for date nights, comedy fans, or anyone looking for a fun night out, these high-energy shows guarantee big laughs, great vibes, and unforgettable experiences.

Dates:
Nov 21, 2025
Dec 26, 2025
Jan 23, 2026

8:00 PM – 9:30 PM ET
$27.86
000-000-0000

Music

Saturdays: Live Music in the Brewhouse! (FREE)

Dec 6, 2025 - Dec 27, 2025 Allagash Brewing Company 50 Industrial Way Portland, ME 04103

Join us for live music, great drinks, and good vibes at our tasting room—no ticket required, but we’d love a heads-up if you’re coming!

A perfect way to enjoy an evening of music and community!
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Free
800-330-5385

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

Dec 19, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025 631 Stevens Avenue Portland, ME 04103

Experience the magic of a Candlelight concert—an intimate, multi-sensory musical experience—featuring the iconic music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the String Quartet Listeso. Enjoy hits like Clocks, Fix You, Viva La Vida, Radioactive, and Believer under the gentle glow of candlelight in the stunning Stevens Square Theater.

Seating: Assigned on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone
Special Options: Private concerts and group bookings (+30 people) available
Tickets & Gift Cards: Available online
9:00pm to 10:15pm
$26.50
402-249-2445